Vaess is committed to shaping the future of food through innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
On September 25th, Vaess Agersol, an integral part of Vaess, Dutch food engineers, officially opened the world’s largest alginate gel production facility in Stare Koźle, Poland. This new facility marks a significant step in our mission to enhance sustainability and efficiency in the food industry, empowering Vaess Agersol to better meet global demand and drive innovation.
A milestone for innovation and sustainability
With an area of 5,500 m², this modern facility enables us to better meet global demand and drive innovation across various sectors, including meat, fish, bakery, pet food, and plant-based products. Alginate plays a crucial role in improving texture, stability, and sustainability in food production and is essential for developing ‘food for tomorrow’.
Product innovations unveiled
During the opening event, we showcased key product innovations, including:
Emulsified brines: designed to optimize moisture retention using unsaturated fats for healthier options.
Plant-based cheese: achieving texture and meltability comparable to traditional cheese.
Plant-based marbling fat: a reduced-saturated-fat substitute that provides a realistic appearance and flavor.
Plant-based melting fat: a cost-effective, allergen-free alternative to palm and coconut fats, offering superior melting properties during cooking.
Bag-in-box alginate solution: an innovative packaging solution that improves logistics, reduces plastic usage, and enhances workplace safety.
New Generation Gel: the finest casing worldwide
Polish ham made with Natuvas 253: a healthier ham with improved moisture retention and texture, reducing production losses.
Meeting global demand
The new facility significantly enhances Vaess’s production capabilities, particularly in the sausage industry.
“We are now the global leader in alginate, a seaweed-based casing essential for sausage production. This expansion is vital for maintaining our industry leadership,” stated Coen van Oorschot, Director at Vaess.
“With manufacturing sites in Deventer, Melbourne, and Stare Koźle, we are well-positioned to address increasing market demand.”
Commitment to sustainability
This opening underscores our dedication to innovation and sustainability. “We are proud of what we’ve achieved and excited for the future. Together with our customers and partners, we will continue to develop sustainable and innovative solutions that drive the food industry forward,” said Joris Hermans, Director at Vaess.
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